Trail Running calendar near Seven Springs 2026-2027

Join the Viking Dash at Harris Lake County Park in Raleigh on Feb 14 for scenic 5K and 10K trail runs and festive Viking finisher medals. Enjoy a heavyweight long sleeve race shirt, spirited competition, and a fun outdoor day.

Run the Queen Anne's Revenge Ultra in Greenville on Feb 21, 2026, with 50k and 20k solo or relay options on a scenic 6.2 mile loop. Enjoy multiple laps, wristband handoffs for relays, and support Heart for ENC.

MST 100 Endurance Races offer scenic trail challenges at Falls Lake in Durham, NC on March 7, 2026, from Rolling View Recreation Area. Choose 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K or 10 mile on mostly single track along the Mountains to Sea Trail.

The Umstead Trail Marathon will take place in Umstead on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run 26 miles.

Join the Panther Prowl for a scenic 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run on the trails of Northside High School, with mostly flat terrain and a few gentle hills. All proceeds support the Northside High track and cross country programs and their athletes.

Run or hike scenic trails with river and lake views at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park, with 4 mile, 8 mile, 25K and 50K options for all paces. Finishers get tacos and a sustainable wood medal and 50K entrants receive socks.

Hit the woods for the Frogman 5K Trail Run in Jacksonville on March 21, 2026, a scenic mostly flat 5K honoring a fallen service member and supporting combat wounded veterans. Expect medals for every finisher and a welcoming community vibe.

Trail races at Lake Crabtree on March 21, 2026 offer a newly routed 7.3 mile 10K+ and a 13.2 mile half marathon on forested single-track with technical sections, plus post-race food, music, a kids race, and awards.

Run a scenic 5K at Fort Macon State Park on April 11, 2026, over cross country trails with inlet and ocean views. This timed race benefits OWLS wildlife rehab and includes a short sleeve race tee for registrants.

Hit the sand at the Sledgehammer Beach Run in North Topsail Beach on April 11, 2026, with half marathon, 10K and 5K options plus virtual entries. Enjoy beachside scenery while supporting Semper Fi and America's Fund honoring Dr. E.B. Sledge..

The 17th annual Mountains-to-Sea Trail 12M & 50K Challenge on April 12, 2026 in Durham, NC runs single-track trail miles around Falls Lake. The cupless event includes regularly spaced aid stations, a custom race shirt and finisher's award.

Run or walk the Family First 5K trail in Greenville on April 18, 2026 and support Carolina Pregnancy Center. Timed runners get medals and prizes while early registrants receive a shirt, swag bag and a token for a mother figure.

Blue Heaven Trail Fest brings runners together on a scenic 4 mile loop through forest and pasture, with relay and individual races for all levels. Enjoy a festival vibe with camping, music, and food while supporting Beautiful Together Anima..

Take on a challenging 50k or 100k looped trail race at Camp Agapé in Fuquay Varina, featuring technical singletrack, gravel, and big climbs. Camping and parking are included but spots are limited so register early.

Trail run at Harris Lake County Park with 5 and 10 mile options over meadows, dirt double track, and forested single track with lake views. The limited field includes aid stations, chip timing, awards, and a free kids race.

Kick off the cross country season at Epiphany Cross Country #1 on Monday August 17 2026 at The Epiphany School in New Bern. Separate 5K races for girls and boys, professionally timed for fast competition and community fun.

A multi-event race in Hampstead on August 22, 2026 featuring a 20K run completed as four 5K loops, a Beer Mile, team and individual entries, and age graded results plus a combined Beer Mile and 20K challenge.

Organizers announced the 2026 Sugg Farm Ultra was canceled. The event had been planned for September 12, 2026 in Holly Springs with 20, 40 and 50 mile trail race options on a 5 mile out and back course.

Run, walk, or roll the American Tobacco Trail at the Donate Life NC Hero Run on Sunday, September 13, 2026 starting at Herndon Park in Durham. Choose a 5K, 1 mile or Sleep In Superhero entry and support organ donation outreach.

Catch Epiphany Cross Country #2 on Monday Sept 14, 2026 at The Epiphany School in New Bern, featuring spirited girls and boys 5K races. Local teams compete on a community course with plenty of excitement and team spirit.